Breeding of the Blue and gold macaw, is one of the most popular of all parrots which is no surprise. This large macaw is strikingly beautiful; its pure white facial patch is lines with jet black feathers. The gorgeous face topped with green forehead feathering and the bird’s bright gold chest is surrounded by a sea of blue. Yet, this bird is more than beautiful, the species has exhibited extraordinary intelligence, is playful and very trainable. If the bird were rare, it would fetch a king’s ransom.

Breeding of the Blue and Gold Macaw

Of all the large macaws the Blue and Golds are one of the easier species to breed. Some people would say, “They breed like chickens.” While that is overstate they are a good species for someone attempting to breed a large parrot for the first time. Most pairs will sit eggs well, hatch and feed their babies without issues and they may also make good foster parents. They may lay three to four eggs in a clutch. Generally all the eggs will hatch, even if the parents are not particularly experience.

Blue and Gold Macaw

As with all species of macaws for breeding to take place the birds must be of breeding age. Healthy, bond male and female and they must feel secure in their environment. If a pair does not breed and they have been set up for breeding for two years or longer, the environment should be examine to determine if the above criteria have been met.

These tropical birds can be breed easily indoors or outdoors. When bred outside the bird should have sheltered areas to protect them from the heat or cold. In cooler climates it is essential that tropical birds be slowly acclimate to the lower temperatures. When exposed to unfiltered sunlight macaws can sustain sunburns on their bare facial patches.